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Servings
Servings:
Three
Serving Size
Serving Size:
1 1/2 cups
Title

Melon Raspberry Sorbet

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Description

This sorbet makes a light and refreshing summer treat to enjoy as a snack or after a balanced meal.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 3 cups ripe melon*, cubed and frozen
  • 1 c.up frozen raspberries
  • 2 tablespoons honey, or to taste
  • Juice of one lime or lemon
  • ½-1 cup warm water, as needed to help blend
  • Optional: Add or top with fresh mint leaves to add a refreshing minty flavor.

    *Any melon can be used in this recipe, but cantaloupe or honeydew is recommended for the creamiest consistency.
Directions

Directions

At least 5 hours before you would like to make the sorbet, peel and cut the melon into ½-inch cubes and place on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Place the pan in the freezer. Freeze for 5 hours or overnight. Add frozen melon, frozen raspberries, honey and lime/lemon juice to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, adding warm water as needed to aid in blending.

Dietary and Nutrition

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Melons have a very high water content of about 90%water, making them a great choice for staying hydrated in the hot summer months. Melons are rich in antioxidants, such as vitamin C and lycopene and are a good source of potassium and fiber.

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What Color is Your Food? (FN595, Revised Jan. 2022)

People need different amounts of fruits and vegetables depending on heir age, gender and amount of daily physical activity.

FOCUS ON WHOLE FRUITS: Serve More Fruit (FN1846, Reviewed April 2022)

Fruit is naturally sweet and provides a source of natural sugar to your diet. Keep bowls of strawberries, grapes, or melon in your refrigerator to they are ready to grab when you are craving a snack

This recipe was analyzed for nutrition using Food Processor SQL Nutrition and Fitness Software and tested in the kitchen.